Updated 28 November 2024

Bangladesh

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Avoid non-essential travel

Overview

There are serious safety or security concerns that create significant risks in Bangladesh, including civil unrest and the threat of terrorism.

There have been widespread protests and demonstrations, some of which have been violent. There has been police presence, including road blocks and checkpoints. Communications and transport may be disrupted.

There is an ongoing threat of terrorism in Bangladesh, with deadly attacks in recent years. Attacks have happened in places visited by foreigners.

Other things that New Zealanders travelling or living in Bangladesh should be aware of are:

  • Violent crime—watch out for armed robbery and assault, especially at night. Petty crime is also common. Avoid walking alone and don’t take public transport. Use registered taxis.

See below for detailed travel advice.

Nearest office

New Zealand High Commission New Delhi, India

New Delhi, India

Street Address:
Sir Edmund Hillary Marg, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi 110 021, India

Telephone:
+91 11 4688 3170

Email:
[email protected]

Website:
www.mfat.govt.nz/en/countries-and-regions/asia/india/new-zealand-high-commission/

Hours:
Mon - Fri 0830 - 1700 hrs

New Zealand Consulate Dhaka, Bangladesh

Dhaka, Bangladesh

Street Address:
'AVANTI', Apartment No.B4, House No.37, Road No.27, Block-A, Banani, Dhaka - 1213

Telephone:
+880 (2) 985 6334

Email:
[email protected]

Hours:
By appointment

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